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Azur 851N Network Player
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  • Page 1 Azur 851N Network Player Manual Generated: 26/08/2022 - 09:42...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    目录 Azur 851N Network Player ..........................................Introduction ............................................... What's included with the 851N? ........................................Front Panel ................................................. Rear Panel Connections ............................................ Remote Control ............................................... Getting Connected ............................................Connecting to WiFi ............................................StreamMagic app ............................................. Built-in Streaming Services ..........................................AirPlay 2 ................................................

  • Page 3: Azur 851N Network Player

    Azur 851N Network Player Last updated: 八月 3, 2022 04:44. Revision #5589 Users Manual...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:50. Revision #5672 This guide is designed to make installing and using this product as easy as possible. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy at the time of publishing; however, Cambridge Audio’s policy is one of continuous improvement, therefore design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 5: What's Included With The 851N

    What's included with the 851N? Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:50. Revision #5673 1) 851N Network Player 2) Safety Guide 3) Quick Start Guide 4) 3 x AAA Batteries 5) Remote Control 6) Control Bus Cable 7) Wi-Fi Dongle 8) Power Cable...

  • Page 6: Front Panel

    851N. Detailed information on the 851N Filter Settings can be found here. Note: If you suspect that your source material or amplifier, etc., is inverting the phase of the musical signal, you can use this function to re-invert the audio and regain absolute positive phase 6.
  • Page 7 IR sensor that receives IR commands from the remote control. 7. (More) When playing from UPnP sources, this button displays queued tracks and options. 8. Display 9. Play/Pause Play or Pause current track. 10. Stop/Delete Press during playback to stop or delete items in various menus. 11.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel Connections

    The Wi-Fi dongle is pre-fitted. Your unit will default to an Ethernet connection if one is made, however it is advised to remove the Wi-Fi dongle if using an Ethernet connection. If you are using this 851N with Wi-Fi please make sure your unit is positioned within range of your wireless router. Important Note: Do not connect/disconnect the Wi-Fi dongle when the unit is on.
  • Page 9 Always use a high-quality USB connection cable certified as USB Hi-Speed. USB cable connections longer than 3m may result in inconsistent audio performance. Always turn the volume to minimum, switch to another input or turn the 851N off before plugging/unplugging cables to the USB input or whilst booting up/shutting down your PC/Mac.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:50. Revision #5677 The 851N remote control handset duplicates some of the front panel control functions and is also able to control other Azur 851 series products. The supplied AAA batteries must be fitted before the remote control can be used. The handset buttons function as described below: 1.

  • Page 11: Getting Connected

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:50. Revision #5678 Basic Analogue Connections Important Note: Switch the power off before making any connections. There are two analogue connection options for the 851N. 1. Line Output Connection (RCA) 2. Balanced Audio Connection (XLR)
  • Page 12 'Balanced' and 'Unbalanced'. Basic Digital Connections There are two digital connection options for the 851N. 1. Digital Coaxial Output – Digital Coaxial connections are commonly used with CD players and amplifiers and is recommended for use as it has higher...
  • Page 13 851N with 851A (via StreamMagic app) When using the app to turn the 851N on/off, this will also turn the 851A on/off. The app can also be used to control the volume of the 851A. Connect the 851N Control Bus Out to 851A Control Bus In.
  • Page 14 851A with 851N Note: Without using the StreamMagic app to control the 851A. When turning the 851A on/off, this will also turn the 851N on/off. Connect the 851A Control Bus Out to 851N Control Bus In. 851A with 851N and 851C...
  • Page 15 When turning the 851N on/off, this will turn the 851A and 851C on/off. With all three 851 devices, connect the 851N Control Bus out to 851A Control Bus in. Then connect the 851A Control Bus out to 851C Control Bus in.

  • Page 16: Connecting To Wifi

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:50. Revision #5679 Important Note: It is vitally important that your 851N remains connected to your network as often as possible. This will ensure that the unit is regularly updated to meet essential security protocols, third party compatibility and the latest software requirements.
  • Page 17 This is typically for: Entering Wi-Fi network password. Searching for radio stations and content on UPnP servers. Customising the 851N name and digital input names. To enter text: 1. Use the front panel rotary encoder to scroll through each symbol.
  • Page 18 Cancels the text entry process. Submits the entered text.

  • Page 19: Streammagic App

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5680 The 851N allows you to stream music from many different sources both on your home network and from the internet. To set up your player, please first download the StreamMagic app from the Apple app store or Google Play store.

  • Page 20: Built-In Streaming Services

    Built-in Streaming Services Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5681 The 851N has the following built-in streaming services: Spotify Connect TIDAL Qobuz Note: It is essential that the device you are streaming from (smartphone, tablet, computer, etc.) is on the same Wi-Fi network as the network player to ensure that the units can communicate with each other.
  • Page 21 Qobuz (via StreamMagic) 1. Open the StreamMagic app and navigate to the Library tab, and then select Qobuz. Note: Please ensure that you sign into your Qobuz account when prompted to do so. This will only be required on the first instance of use to link the account to the StreamMagic app.

  • Page 22: Airplay 2

    AirPlay 2 Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5682 AirPlay 2 from iPhone or iPad 1. Ensure your player is connected to your network. 2. Open the app that you want to AirPlay 2 from. 3. Select 4. Select your player as your AirPlay 2 device. Note: This product supports AirPlay 2 and requires your mobile device to be running iOS 11.4 or later.

  • Page 23: Internet Radio

    Internet Radio Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5683 You can assign up to 99 of your favourite Internet Radio stations to presets on your player, which can then be recalled using the StreamMagic app, front panel controls or remote control. There are two ways to search and store radio stations.
  • Page 24 5. Using the front panel knob select your chosen preset. This will then be confirmed on the front panel display. Note: You may also assign a preset using the remote control, by pressing and holding a number on the remote (1-4) whilst a station is playing. The remaining presets (9-99) can only be accessed via the StreamMagic app.

  • Page 25: Usb Audio

    1. Connect your 851N to your PC. After installing the correct driver, using a USB audio cable (Type A to Type B), connect the USB Audio In on your 851N to a USB port on the PC. 2. Select the USB Audio source.
  • Page 26 3. Switch the USB Class. If using the front panel controls of your 851N, navigate to Home > Settings > Audio > USB Audio Class > Then toggle between USB Audio Class 1.0 or 2.0. If using the StreamMagic app, go to the Home tab, locate the 851N Settings > USB Audio Class > Then toggle between USB Audio Class 1.0 or 2.0.
  • Page 27 6. On the Playback tab, ensure that CA USB Audio is the default output device, then select Properties. 7. Within Speaker Properties, navigate to the Advanced tab. Select the desired bit depth and sample rate preference. Once selected, select Apply, then OK.
  • Page 28 If using the StreamMagic app, go to the Home tab, then select USB Audio within the Sources section. 3. Switch the USB Class. If using the front panel controls of your 851N, navigate to Home > Settings > Audio > USB Audio Class > Then toggle between USB Audio Class 1.0 or 2.0.
  • Page 29 5. On the Mac navigate to Applications > Utilities > Audio MIDI Setup. Select the CA 851N Audio Class 1 / 2 as the output sound device on the left column, and then using the drop-down options select the desired bit depth and sample rate preference.

  • Page 30: Usb Media

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5685 You may connect a USB SSD, USB HDD or flash drive to the 851N via the USB Media inputs located on the front and rear of the unit for playback. Once connected the following formats are supported: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x64), WMA, MP3, MPEG-4, AAC, AAC-HE, AAC+ and OGG Vorbis.

  • Page 31: Streaming Your Local Digital Music Collection

    Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5686 The 851N can play content from many different physical sources and this section will explain what you need to do to access and play your locally stored digital music collection. ‘Locally Stored’ means the digital music files you have on your PC, Mac or Network Attached Storage devices (NAS).

  • Page 32: Settings

    Settings Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5687 Device Name This is how your player will appear in your StreamMagic app and on your home network when using services like Spotify and TIDAL Connect. Giving your player a unique name makes it easier to distinguish when using streaming and smart home services. AirPlay Name This is how your player will appear when using AirPlay 2 or the Apple Home app.
  • Page 33 Early Update Early Updates provide the opportunity to receive pre-release firmware for your 851N. To subscribe to Early Updates, select On, and to opt out select Off. Note: Information on what is included in the current early update for the 851N can be found here.
  • Page 34 Note: Returning the player to its factory settings will delete all previously saved network settings and presets.

  • Page 35: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5688 D/A CONVERTERS Twin Analog Devices AD1955 24-bit DACs DIGITAL FILTER 2nd Generation ATF2 up-sampling to 24-bit/384kHz. Linear Phase, Minimum phase or Steep modes ANALOGUE FILTER 2-pole differential Bessel with DC servo (for both XLR and RCA outputs) DIGITAL AUDIO INPUTS 1 x AES/EBU, 2 x S/PDIF coaxial and 2 x TOSLINK optical USB AUDIO INPUT...

  • Page 36: Source Quality Matrix

    Source Quality Matrix Last updated: 八月 9, 2022 02:51. Revision #5689 SOURCE DELIVERY METHOD MAXIMUM RESOLUTION Spotify Connect Mobile/Desktop App 320kbps Spotify AirPlay Mobile/Desktop App 320kbps Spotify Bluetooth Mobile/Desktop App aptX HD TIDAL Connect Mobile/Desktop App 24bit / 96 kHz TIDAL (via StreamMagic app) StreamMagic App 24bit / 96 kHz...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Confirm that a connected computer can access the Internet (i.e., can browse the web) using the same network. Check that a DHCP server is available, or that you have configured a static IP address on the 851N. You can configure a static IP address on the 851N using the menu item Settings >...
  • Page 38 Check the 851N can play back the file type you are trying to access. WMA, AAC, MP3, Vorbis, FLAC and WAV can currently be played. The 851N does not support ALAC, WMA Pro, WMA lossless, RAW, AU or other file types not mentioned.
  • Page 39 The way you organise your USB media affects the size of internal database the 851N needs to build dynamically as you browse content. It is good practise to create folders for Artists within which you should have a sub folder for each Album which then containing the tracks for that Album.

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